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VOICES: Nobody Told Us We Could Still Have a Life After the Diagnosis
After her husband’s young onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Kristin Carpenter learned that preparing for the future didn’t have to mean giving up the life they were still living. Kristin Carpenter is a high school teacher, wife, and mother living in Toronto, Canada. After her husband, Dave, was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2024, she began writing about caregiving, family life, and finding ways to live fully after a dementia diagnosis.
Alaska Salmon Runs welcomes Navy Band Northwest
By Kristin Carpenter Coming up on July 20 the Alaska Salmon Runs will see the 38th year of local and visiting runners making their way across the Copper River Delta — running to celebrate health, outdoor fun, and spending time running and walking with family and friends.
Calling all volunteers
By Kristin Carpenter What makes Cordova run? Yes, salmon are what feed our families and our economy, and Salmon Jam is all about “singing out salmon” to celebrate what those beautiful, bright fish bring us from the ocean. And the second biggest driver in town is our all-star volunteer power! We’re hoping you can flex some volunteer muscle and be part of the awesome team that puts on Salmon Jam this year.
Van Deusen Sole American Finisher At Rescheduled FEI World Endurance Championship
It was a long road to Butheeb (United Arab Emirates) for the 2022 FEI World Endurance Championship, in more ways than one. The biennial event originally was scheduled to take place in Verona, Italy, in late October 2022, but was cancelled about six weeks beforehand due to concerns about track readiness and athlete safety at the venue. The Fédération Équestre Internationale reopened the bid process, and on Nov.
These trustees can’t be trusted: Play-acting is an abuse of public trust
For 30 years now, the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council has been making decisions on disbursing funds to support research on and habitat protection of resources, fish and wildlife injured by the Exxon Valdez oil spill. And as we move further from the horror of that awful incident, the Trustee Council moves further from following any true public process.
‘See you on the road’ for Alaska Salmon Runs
If the past two years’ pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that good health is something to be safe-guarded and nurtured. And what better way to practice good health than by coming out for a run or a long walk! Please join us for the 36th annual Alaska Salmon Runs on July 16.
Letter to the Editor: Hats off to the Salmon Runs volunteers
From left, Alaska Salmon Runs competitors Sierra and Charlotte Westing. (July 18, 2021) Photo by Zachary Snowdon Smith/The Cordova Times Looking back on the 35th annual Alaska Salmon Runs, I am awed once again by the generosity of the volunteers who helped make it possible for runners to participate in the running events that traverse the Copper River delta.
Salmon hatcheries add resilience to Alaska’s seafood industry
This past year hasn’t been an easy one. The impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic are widespread, affecting the ability of Alaskans to support their families in the same way they did before. With tourism shut down in 2020 and fluctuations in the price of oil and the ever-mounting threat of climate change on our daily lives, it’s no wonder Alaskans are deeply concerned about the state’s economy.
Commentary: Alaska Salmon Runs are on the road again
Runners prepare to start a 10K run on the Copper River Highway in 2018. Photo courtesy of Bree Mills After having to hold a much-scaled-back Alaska Salmon Runs during the pandemic year of 2020, Cordova’s annual day of running, walking or strolling will be back on the road this year, July 17.
Commentary: Cordova Community Foundation receives $1M gift
Cordova, Alaska. (Dec. 28, 2019) Photo by Zachary Snowdon Smith/The Cordova Times Cordova has always been a “small but mighty” town that likes to think big. Its railroad days were launched with a million-dollar bridge to the famed copper mine in the Wrangell Mountains. Commercial fishing is supported by Eyak Lake, our million-dollar lake that produces that much sockeye and coho for our fisheries.
Letter to the Editor: Galvin understands Alaska
As Alaskans, we have a historic opportunity in this election to send a new representative to Washington, D.C. for us: Alyse Galvin. Sending Alyse to Congress is an opportunity to have a Representative who cares about and understands our local and regional issues.
Commentary: Vote yes on 2 for fair elections
As the 2020 general election approaches, “What can I do?” is a question I’m hearing, and thinking myself, a lot over these past few months. Two suggestions to offer are: Make a plan to vote, and vote “yes” on Ballot Measure 2, Alaskans for Better Elections.
5 Consumer Behavior Trends Reshaping Holiday Shopping
Amid all of the uncertainty we’re facing in 2020 with COVID-19 and the recession, one thing is crystal clear: Your target consumer is evolving at a rapid pace, and as business leaders, that means you have to evolve with them. Since March, we’ve seen a surge in e-commerce, retailers pivoting to Buy Online, Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and delivery services, new technologies emerging to enhance the customer experience and much, much more.
Why YOU Should be Pivoting to a Direct to Consumer Strategy
Amid all of the uncertainty we’re facing in 2020 with the COVID-19 pandemic and recession, one thing is crystal clear: your target consumer is evolving at a rapid pace, and as business leaders, that means the only choice you have is to evolve with them. The most successful specialty brands and businesses will modernize through the pandemic and recession, and that means leveling up how you reach, engage, nurture and convert your target shopper.
Letter to the Editor: Dr. Sanders champions public health
Cordova Community Medical Center. (Aug.
5 consumer behavior trends PR pros should know for 2021
The novel coronavirus has changed everything for businesses and their customers. Here are some of the trends that have grown out of the pandemic that will be with us into next year. The pandemic made two things very clear for PR professionals. First, a strong communications strategy and crisis communication plan are key for not only staying afloat, but also coming out of the pandemic in a stronger position. Second, it is crucial to embrace the power of the pivot.
5 consumer behavior trends PR pros should know for 2021
The novel coronavirus has changed everything for businesses and their customers. Here are some of the trends that have grown out of the pandemic that will be with us into next year. Editor’s note: This article is a re-run as part of our countdown of top stories from the past year. The pandemic made two things very clear for PR professionals.
Letter to the editor: Don’t run your dog alongside your car
I’m writing to ask dog owners to reconsider the practice of running your dog alongside your car. Not long ago, while I was running on Orca Road, I held my breath as a loose dog dashed from the far side of the road toward me and my dogs, crossing in front of the owner’s moving vehicle. Running your dog on a road while driving seems like a great way to give a dog some exercise. What’s the harm in letting a pooch stretch his or her legs a little?
Coronavirus and the State of the Media
Outside's long reads email newsletter features our strongest writing, most ambitious reporting, and award-winning storytelling about the outdoors. Sign up today. What a tough dichotomy the media’s facing mid-year, 2020. Media consumption is at an all-time high and content engagement continues to rise at unprecedented levels due to coronavirus and more recently, protests in support of the #BlackLivesMatter movement.
Coronavirus and the state of the media
What a tough dichotomy the media’s facing mid-year, 2020. Media consumption is at an all-time high and content engagement continues to rise at unprecedented levels due to coronavirus and more recently, protests in support of the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Yet media houses are experiencing a sweeping decline in ad revenue, furloughs and layoffs, pay cuts, and in some cases shutdowns.
Commentary: Cordova Community Foundation meets 2019 fundraising goals
From left, Allen Roemhildt, Angela Butler and Jake Borst present Karen Hallquist with a $1,000 grant on behalf of the Cordova Community Foundation. (Jan. 31, 2020) Photo by Zachary Snowdon Smith/The Cordova Times Cordova is known for being nonprofit strong, and with the close of 2019 it is one nonprofit stronger.
25 ways outdoor brands and retailers can win on Amazon
Illustration by Daniel Hertzberg When Jeff Bezos first launched Amazon way back in 1994, his original vision was to create an online store that offered a wide selection of books at affordable prices. What he actually created: a retail revolution that would fundamentally change the way consumers shop in the 21st century. This became increasingly evident as the company expanded its inventory to include just about anything that customers could possibly want, including outdoor gear.
Commentary: Cordova Community Foundation celebrates first year
Cordova, Alaska. (Oct. 20, 2019) Photo by Zachary Snowdon Smith/The Cordova Times The Cordova Community Foundation wraps up its first year with a celebration from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the Cordova Center, and all are invited. We want to thank the donors who have contributed to the CCF’s endowment, hold a drawing for small contributions to nonprofits, and announce our first round of grantmaking.
CRWP Executive Director Position Notice
CRWP Executive Director Position Notice Posted April 1, 2019 CRWP Executive Director Position Notice2019-04-012019-04-01https://copperriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/CRWPh-dark.pngCopper River Watershed Projecthttps://copperriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/CRWPh-dark.png200px200px The Copper River Watershed Project seeks an Executive Director who can successfully support and build upon the organization’s current operations, fulfill CRWP’s strategic priorities, and strengthen the...
Renowned Alaska chef returns to Cordova
Laura Cole, owner and head chef of 229 Parks in Denali National Park & Preserve, will prepare a special menu for the Wild Harvest Feast during the Cordova Fungus Festival on Sept. 1. Twice nominated as a James Beard Foundation Best Chef Northwest, Cole is passionate about incorporating Alaska ingredients into her work. “I love to cook from ‘the store outside your door’,” she said.
Alaska Salmon Runs set for July 14
“Why do you run?” Seeing a runner loping along the side of the road often leads me to wonder, “What’s your inspiration for running today?” Of course, each runner or walker has their own reason. For some, it’s for exercise, and a time to gab with friends and get the dog out. Maybe to be able to have the occasional ice cream treat. For others, running has been likened to meditation, or a chance to literally jog some new ideas.
CRWP celebrates 20th Wild Food Feast
Creative wild food dishes overflowed on the tables of the Wild Food Feast at the Pioneer Igloo on April 21, as the Copper River Watershed Project celebrated its 20th anniversary. Our board and staff team are so happy to have a chance to look back on what we’ve achieved with such strong membership support, and know that we can continue this work so that the Copper River watershed can have a vibrant, healthy future.
Nominate a Watershed Hero!
Volunteers for Eyak Lake Clean Up Day collected a large pile of trash and pose for a photograph on Mavis Island causeway, on Eyak Lake in June, 2017.Do you know someone who always speaks up for rivers and streams?
Senate Republican vote could mean Arctic drilling
Republicans voted against a Senate budget amendment Thursday that now opens the possibility of fossil fuel drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in northeastern Alaska. The amendment would have protected the 19.3 million-acre Alaskan Arctic but was voted down 52 to 48.
First Lite and Leupold Partner for Conservation
BX-4 Pro Guide HD optics available in First Lite Fusion Camo; 5% of sales to benefit Backcountry Hunters & Anglers As fall hunting season kicks off, First Lite, a brand whose passion for building premium hunting apparel is rivaled only by its commitment to conservation, is proud to announce its partnership with Leupold & Stevens, a leader in the premium optics category and long-time conservation advocate.
Purdue Acquires Kaplan: An Inconvenient Truth About Academic Efficiency - Tyton Partners
The Bottom Line Purdue’s acquisition of Kaplan University has been the subject of much debate. Punditry aside, a look at the data offers a different perspective on the rationale for the combination: academic efficiency. Kaplan University’s online instructional delivery and related student support spending is nearly 4.5x lower than Purdue’s. Sure, graduation rates are lower, but not by nearly the same multiple.
CRWP helps make salmon in the city possible
Salmon and people are living side by side throughout Alaska communities, and properly designed culverts are key pieces of the infrastructure that make “salmon in the city” possible. Older culverts are often too small to allow the free passage of adult and juvenile salmon. Replacing these old culverts, many of which are past their service life anyway, with fish-friendly culverts is a great way to improve our fisheries and our highways.
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